Program Overviews and Benefits
The Attitude Advantage Program (TAAP) was designed by teen experts to be a comprehensive approach to helping teens build incredible confidence, grit, and resilience through social-emotional learning. The TAAP program is an ideal middle and high school SEL program because it helps students understand themselves at a deeper level and provides tools to succeed in adulthood. We can’t wait to see you on the inside!
Designed exclusively as an SEL program for schools, our TAAP program runs for 27 weeks to help your students develop a strong sense of self and a foundation of confidence, understanding, and resilience.
Instead of the traditional youth motivational speaker, our program is a holistic approach that takes everyone – teens, parents, and teachers – into account. Through hands-on exercises and real-life experiences, we can change the mindset
of everyone involved to push toward healthy and achievable success.
What’s Included in the SEL Program
Take a peek at what’s included in our
SEL
Program Syllabus
for middle school and high school students.
Year Long SEL Program
This isn’t a one-time thing. We’re here for the long run! Our 27-week SEL programs for schools will get to the root of the problem and work with teens and their teachers to successfully overcome obstacles. It’s also simple: All you need is a smart device with access to WiFi!
keynote speech
We kick off the program with a bang! Every participant (student and teacher) will receive access to The Attitude Is Everything Keynote Speech by Jesse LeBeau, one of the most sought-after motivational speakers for high school students. This talk has inspired over one million teens to date. Schools have spent thousands of dollars to bring this inspiring message to their students, but you can get it for free as part of this program! Get a taste of what that looks like here.
Teacher Program
Several SEL programs for high school focus only on the students. Not us! We believe that to make a true change, we must improve the mindset of both students and their mentors. That’s why we also provide a teacher leadership program designed to give teachers the opportunity to grow and develop professionally.
full parent access
Unlike traditional therapy sessions or other high school SEL programs, we give parents full access to everything their teen is accessing within the program. Over the years, we’ve seen that the more parents participate, the better results we see in the lives of their kids. When parents take the lessons side-by-side with their teens, it gives them the ability to speak the same language and find common ground. It takes a village to raise a child, and we get amazing results by involving all the key players in building confident and resilient young adults
Monthly live coaching
One unique feature of our SEL program is our monthly live Zoom session with schools from all over the country. These meetings mix fun with valuable life lessons and the opportunity to ask their questions live to our panel of teen experts. This allows us to have a long-term, consistent impact on the lives of students.
monthly emails
Fun and success are found through engagement! We use our monthly email series to connect with teens and their parents and achieve this goal. If kids aren’t having a good time, they aren’t going to participate. If they don’t want to participate, they won’t get results. Just like Mary Poppins said, “A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down…,” so we strategically inject ‘fun’ into our program to make it easier for students to absorb our life lessons.
Confidence Building School Program
Successful implementation of SEL programs has been shown to promote a love of lifelong learning in teens and a growth in their ability to take on greater responsibilities and show greater empathy towards others. Encouraging children to exhibit empathy can help prevent bullying and produce kinder, more compassionate individuals. Students who engage in SEL programs are better equipped to pursue and fulfill their academic and personal goals.
Self-confident and emotionally mature teenagers are more responsive and skilled at conflict management and resolution. The ability to control their feelings and manage stress is a key factor in developing mature decision-making in the classroom and, eventually, the real world.
Our team consists of individuals ready to help teens get on the path of growth and success through empowering programs. We are more than your typical motivational speakers for schools. We truly care about the success and well-being of the next generation.
If you want to hire a youth speaker for your next school assembly or enroll your students in one of our SEL programs for schools, get in touch with us today.
Testimonials
Heidi Klum
Actress
“Great life lessons given out of an authentic journey. Jesse shares the keys every young person needs to chase their dreams.”
Allen Iverson
NBA
“Jesse is living proof that if you work hard and believe in yourself, anything is possible.”
Bill Walker
Former Governor of Alaska
“Using basketball as a tool to capture the attention of his audience, Jesse delivers the inspirational message that a great attitude will get you far. I applaud Jesse’s mission to change lives.”
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Parent Testimonials
See what parents, and teachers have said about their participation in our SEL programs for high school and middle school students.
“Thanks to The Attitude Advantage Program our 13 year old daughter is thriving. We wanted to equip her with the tools to be successful in school and life and we saw a huge transformation in just 90 days. She loved the program and we’ve seen her grow in so many ways! She has really found her passions, built so much more confidence and learned how to look at every situation as a new challenge that she has the power to overcome. I cannot recommend this program highly enough to other parents who want to give their teenager a boost and what we like to call ‘the attitude advantage’!”
Gia Wanewright
Parent
“Jesse and the rest of The Attitude Advantage Program coaches are amazing. They really helped build our daughter’s self-confidence and shaped her character. She knows she can always turn to them for help and support with whatever she is facing. Jesse always goes above and beyond to make sure things happen and achieves great results. They are really great people, and we strongly recommend them”.
Peyman Jamshidi
Parent
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Year-Long SEL Curriculum for Students
Life in high school can be tough! Between school, sports, friends, family, and work, teens have a lot on their plate! That’s why SEL high school programs are so important! By walking alongside our youth, we are there to help them as soon as they need it, not after the situation has already spiraled out of control.
Social and Emotional Learning Programs: How to support
Social-emotional learning in schools plays a pivotal role in nurturing the development of children’s social and emotional skills, especially during this crucial stage of their lives. It is a time when teens often grapple with peer pressure, feelings of sadness, anxiety, and an array of challenges that can disrupt their well-being. In recognition of these concerns, our program stands as a companion for students, aiming to equip them with practical strategies to navigate these tough situations.
Our social and emotional learning program imparts valuable life skills to students through engaging live events and interactive games. The program emphasizes problem-solving techniques, enabling students to approach challenges with confidence, a positive mindset, and effective strategies. We teach them not only to recognize and manage their emotions but also to cultivate resilience in the face of adversity. By providing a supportive environment, we empower students to build strong interpersonal connections and confidently navigate the complexities of peer relationships.
FAQs
SEL, or social email learning programs, help high school students develop the life skills, such as self-awareness, social awareness, and confidence, needed to succeed academically and professionally.
High school is an especially vulnerable time in a person’s life. It’s also the perfect time to infuse SEL programs into the daily curriculum to help students manage stress, work collaboratively, and feel strong and confident in themselves.
When students feel supported and confident, they are more likely to push through challenges, focus on their studies, and actively engage with their learning. SEL skills encourage them to connect with their peers and their teachers, develop ways to manage stress, and approach school with a positive mindset.
Our high school SEL program includes a holistic approach that takes everyone – teens, parents, and teachers – into account. By doing the individual work on themselves, teenagers in the program are better equipped to work collaboratively with their teachers and other adults.
Not at all! In addition to our school programs, we also have dedicated teen programs to cater to a broader range of individuals and ensure comprehensive support for personal development.
The Attitude Adjustment program has been used (and loved!) by schools and teenagers across the country.
Confidence is the key to success in all areas of life. When your teen feels secure and confident, they are able to communicate more effectively, advocate for themselves, and engage in lifelong learning.
